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BK53 PXT

2003 Volvo V40

Blue Petrol 1783cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

161,928 mi
Last recorded161,928 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Volvo V4091,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 PXT
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,783cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 161,928 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

sill covers and undertrays fitted

slight underside corrosion

Pass 16 Oct 2024 154,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 154,322 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 144,427 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 133,925 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 124,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 118,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 110,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Worn Inner Edge.

Rear Both Rear Tyres Worn On Inner Edge.

Pass 9 Oct 2018 100,985 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 90,862 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 83,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 76,279 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 72,931 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 68,963 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 65,443 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 63,292 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 60,616 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 58,788 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 55,460 miles

slight cracking on inside edge o/s/r tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2007 45,778 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 36,081 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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BK53 PXT is a 2003 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,783cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 91,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK53 PXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Volvo V40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK53 PXT registered?

BK53 PXT is a 2003 Volvo V40, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BK53 PXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 PXT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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